Things I’m excited to share with you, loving and showcasing this week!
loving…there is just something about fall that is stunning and exciting. Even though I am going to miss the warm weather and the sunshine, the fall colours and ‘coziness’ of fall is lovely. The trees this week are turning so many warm hues of gold, deep merlot, red, green, and rust. It’s an experience in itself to walk or take a drive along the back roads.
weather….it’s almost like a light switch went off the first day of fall and ever since we have had only two days that were around 20 degrees to experience a bit of summer still. It’s been cool, breezy, cloudy…all the things fall. We were sad to close our pool early this year simply because the weather has been so cool. Nicole and my Aunt have swam up until October 15 a couple of years ago and this year, we closed it before the end of September.
watching…we have been taking in episodes of Virgin River when we have time to sit and take in any television these days. When we aren’t watching a series, and we just need something quick to disconnect and watch, often times we end up with House Hunters, Island of Bryan, Top Chef or some house renovation show. Who else loves a good before and after?
listening to… The Record Keeper by Charles Martin. This is a third book in a trilogy by one of my favourite authors. A great story teller I would highly recommend. I also have to say this has helped me extend my walking goal many days. Here is a link to purchasing the book.
eating…Nicole made a big feast on the weekend to celebrate Thanksgiving. I have to say I think one of the best parts of the weekend are the leftovers. We have enjoyed ‘all the things’ and continue to do so. A selfish plug for Costco and their pumpkin pies. Nicole has offered to make one but for the price, the size and the taste of these, I tell her it’s not worth her time but I do appreciate it!
working…with the market and the change in interest rates, the level of activity has dropped significantly. It’s frustrating and stressful for so many people but I do encourage anyone that I talk to about it that the market is just in a low right now and it will recover. We can’t have strong markets all the time unfortunately. We have to trust the Lord that He is in control and that He is faithful. The Lord always provides in the right time so we lean not on our own understanding; He will direct our steps. I hope you will find encouragement in that today.
renovations…I have been working hard on our renovations. The slow down in the market has given me the ability to focus some of my time on sanding, tearing out walls, bathroom fixtures, flooring…you name it, I’ve been destroying, cleaning and trying to prep the house to put it back together again! I am grateful to be able to work with my hands to invest in our future. It’s going to be a stunning home!





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